PUMPKIN SOUP

This pumpkin soup recipe is scrumptious AND healthy! It calls for roasted pumpkin for maximum flavor. This pumpkin soup is great with sandwiches and salads, best to be enjoyed during cozy winters.

Ingredients:

·       Olive oil - 1 tbsp

·       Pumpkin – 250 gms (peeled and roughly chopped)

·       Tomato – 2 medium sized (roughly diced)

·       Onion - 1 medium size (Optional diced)

·       Garlic Pod – 1

·       Black or white pepper powder

·       Salt as per taste

·       Water to adjust the consistency

·       Butter(optional)

For Garnishing:

·       Fresh cream

·       Pumpkin seeds

·       Chili Flakes

·       Sprig of coriander leaves/ Parsley

Method:

·       Peel the pumpkin, remove the seeds and cut it into small pieces. Roughly chop onion and tomatoes too.

·       Chop the head of the Garlic, drizzle olive oil and wrap it in an aluminum foil.

·       Now transfer all the veggies on a baking sheet, sprinkle black pepper and salt. Drizzle olive oil.

·       Once the veggies are baked, transfer it into a bowl, squeeze out all the garlic and add water.

·       Now using a mixer jar or blender make puree of the vegetables. You can also strain if you want a perfect consistency.

·       Now get it to a boil, adjust it with salt and black pepper if required. Add little butter which is completely optional.

·       Your healthy and nutritious Pumpkin soup is ready to be served.

·       Garnish it with fresh cream, pumpkin seeds, chilli flakes and a sprig of coriander leaves.